Transportation Workers, All Other
Transportation and Material Moving
Covers transportation jobs that sit outside the named titles. Typical duties include running and maintaining equipment, loading or unloading cargo or passengers, and checking vehicles for mechanical problems. Safety rules have to be followed, and the work is written up in reports. People in these roles coordinate with others so loading, movement, and checks line up. Because the exact setting varies, it suits people who can pick up different equipment and routines and still keep records and safety steps consistent.
Annual Median Wage in Field (2025)
$45'650
Median Wage Market Position
$45'650
What you might do
- Operate and maintain transportation equipment
- Follow safety rules and required procedures
- Load and unload cargo or passengers
- Inspect vehicles for mechanical problems
- Fill out required reports and paperwork
- Coordinate with teammates on daily operations
Skills that matter
- Safe operation of transport equipment
- Mechanical inspection of vehicles
- Loading and unloading cargo or passengers
- Following posted safety procedures
- Filling out required reports and records
- Coordinating loading work with the crew
AI & the future of this role
This mixed group spans hands-on logistics and more routine transport support, so exposure varies by task mix. Scheduling, tracking, and standardized moves could shift toward software, while irregular field work and on-site problem-solving tend to hold up better.
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